1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 304 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 304 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 304 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |