1958 Morris Isis vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
Model | Isis | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |