2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Durango | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |