1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 16 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
