1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2006 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2006 Holden Caprice is newer by 22 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2006 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
