1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 20 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
