1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
Model | Elise | 88 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3110 mm |