2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 2009 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Challenger | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Challenger | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |