1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1957 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot T 26 (198 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Talbot T 26.
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. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot T 26 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot T 26 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1957 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
