2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stratus | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 91 L |
