1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | 88 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
