2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 201 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sprinter | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
