1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306, 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | 88 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
