1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 102 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
