2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
Model | G35 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |