2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 820 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Silverado | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2820 mm |
