1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 41 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
