2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 338 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crossfire | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
