1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 13 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 32 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
