1976 Ford Capri vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Capri 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 1976 Ford Capri. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Capri | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |