1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Proton Satria
To start off, 2011 Proton Satria is newer by 27 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, 2011 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Satria 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 466 kg more than 2011 Proton Satria.
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, 2011 Proton Satria, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Satria. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2011 Proton Satria 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.
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1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Proton Satria | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Satria |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |