2006 Nissan Navara vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Navara 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Nissan Oldsmobile
Model Navara Eighty-Eight
Year Released 2006 1993
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 91 L


 

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