2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1984 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 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontier | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2960 mm |
