1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 595 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
