2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
