1991 Ginetta G vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1991 Ginetta G has manual transmission. 1991 Ginetta G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ginetta G | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ginetta | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2960 mm |
