2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 401 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Town & Country | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |