1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 61 kg more than 1993 Opel Frontera.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera 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, 1993 Opel Frontera 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera 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 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Frontera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |