1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 51 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 246 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | 88 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
