1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1962 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 765 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1962 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
