1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 30 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
