1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1959 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Renault Fregate. (76 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Fregate 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 1959 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Fregate. (153 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Fregate. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Fregate has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Fregate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1959 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
