1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
