1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |