1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX 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 (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti EX.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2010 Infiniti EX
Make Oldsmobile Infiniti
Model Eighty-Eight EX
Year Released 1976 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2810 mm


 

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