1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge

To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 155 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge 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 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1953 Plymouth Cambridge has manual transmission. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
Make Oldsmobile Plymouth
Model Eighty-Eight Cambridge
Year Released 1993 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3569 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2900 mm


 

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