2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | Aspen | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |