2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 396 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sentra | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
