2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (435 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3030 mm |
