1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 33 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, both vehicles can yield 133 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic.
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, 2011 Renault Scenic, 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Scenic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |