2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charger | 98 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |