1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 1995 Tata E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Tata E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Tata E has manual transmission. 1995 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1995 Tata E | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Eighty-Eight | E |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |