2000 Honda Z vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 24 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
