1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 34 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 815 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Renault Thalia, 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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Thalia 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.
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1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Thalia |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2473 mm |