1995 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 640 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe, 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Scoupe | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
