1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 28 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Relay |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |