1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo 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.
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1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Sumo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2425 mm |