1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Touran |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |