2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avenger | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
