1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | G-series |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
