2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | 300 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |