2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Chevrolet Oldsmobile
Model Corvette Eighty-Eight
Year Released 2008 1976
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 430 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2960 mm


 

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