1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 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 40 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
