2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |