1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maverick | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
