1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2006 Opel Agila
To start off, 2006 Opel Agila is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Agila 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 | 2006 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Agila |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
