2004 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 27 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Altis (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis 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 395 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Altis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daihatsu Altis | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Altis | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |