2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stratus | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
