1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 28 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra 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 517 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra 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 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
