2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 121 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Liberty | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
