1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 196 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1964 Humber Super Snipe 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 1964 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Humber | Oldsmobile |
Model | Super Snipe | Achieva |
Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |