2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
Model | Liberty | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |