1999 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aurora | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2960 mm |
