1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. Both 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight and 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |