2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lancia |
| Model | Intrigue | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
