2001 Honda Fuya Jo vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 786 kg more than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo.

Because 1978 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fuya Jo, 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo. (149 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fuya Jo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Fuya Jo 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Honda Oldsmobile
Model Fuya Jo Eighty-Eight
Year Released 2001 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 3791 cc
Horse Power 127 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 251 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1626 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2960 mm


 

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