2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 718 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
