1964 Morris Mini Moke vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 975 kg more than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Mini Moke | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mini Moke | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
