2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 182 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Blackhawk | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2960 mm |