2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 278 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Grand Caravan | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |