1992 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 1970 Rover P5B 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 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | 1970 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | 88 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
