1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Venturi |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
