1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 22 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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 155 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3130 mm |
