1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1988 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1988 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
