1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 794 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fiesta | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2820 mm |
