2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 696 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 91 L |
