2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 1998 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. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Frontera | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Frontera | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |