1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. Both 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue and 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrigue | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
