1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 305 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 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 305 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.
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1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 305 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |