1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 49 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | 88 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
