1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fiesta | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |
