1959 Ford Galaxie vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,436 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 223 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Galaxie | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Galaxie | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5436 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1625 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |