1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (125 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2664 mm |
