2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 364 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2960 mm |
