1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1983 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 905 kg more than 1983 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1983 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
