2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 27 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Frontera 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:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontera | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
