1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2010 Saab 03-Sep
Make Oldsmobile Saab
Model Eighty-Eight 03-Sep
Year Released 1996 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4646 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1438 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2675 mm


 

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