2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
