1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 14 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 587 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X 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 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 83 L |
