2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 687 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ducato | Starfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |