Is Oldsmobile 88 a good car to drive in the snow?

An Oldsmobile 88's snow-driving capabilities depend heavily on the specific year and its features. Older Oldsmobile 88s (pre-1980s, especially) were typically rear-wheel drive and often lacked advanced traction control systems. This made them significantly more challenging to drive in snow, prone to spinning out and requiring experienced winter driving skills.

Later models (1980s and beyond) might have had front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive options, significantly improving their winter performance. Even then, the weight and size of the 88 could still make it less nimble than smaller vehicles in snowy conditions.

Therefore, a simple "yes" or "no" isn't sufficient. To determine if a *specific* Oldsmobile 88 is good for snow, you need to consider:

* Drive type: Rear-wheel drive (RWD), front-wheel drive (FWD), or all-wheel drive (AWD)? FWD and AWD are much better in snow than RWD.

* Tire condition: Good winter tires are crucial for any vehicle in snow. All-season tires are a compromise, and worn tires are dangerous.

* Driver experience: Experienced winter drivers can manage RWD cars in snow more effectively.

In short: A newer, FWD or AWD Oldsmobile 88 with good winter tires and a skilled driver will be better in snow than an older, RWD model with worn tires and an inexperienced driver.