2002 Lexus SC vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 26 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus SC | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
Model | SC | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |