1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 629 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 914 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
