1995 Daewoo No 1 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1995 Daewoo No 1 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Daewoo No 1. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1995 Daewoo No 1.
Because 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daewoo No 1, 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daewoo No 1. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daewoo No 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daewoo No 1 | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Daewoo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | No 1 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
