1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1956 Renault Colorale
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Colorale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Colorale would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Renault Colorale. (51 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Colorale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 155 kg more than 1956 Renault Colorale. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Colorale has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Colorale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1956 Renault Colorale | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Colorale |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
