1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Abarth | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stola | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
