2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Impala | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |