2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 841 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avalanche | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
