2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 668 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3130 mm |
