1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 29 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 323 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | GTI |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
