1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tracker | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
