2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
