2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Nitro | Achieva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |