1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
