1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 57 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 122 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | 88 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2423 mm |
