1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 486 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
