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Oldsmobile Holiday

Oldsmobile Holiday — hatchback. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Oldsmobile Holiday

Oldsmobile Holiday is a hatchback in the full-size luxury car class. The guide brings together the vehicle information currently available for this model and a Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1940–1942, 1946–1984)Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1985–1996) layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This guide is designed to answer practical questions about the Oldsmobile Holiday, including its specifications, engine, fuel economy, tires, maintenance and ownership details.

Oldsmobile Holiday specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Oldsmobile
Model	Holiday
Model years	Not specified
Body style	hatchback
Vehicle class	Full-size luxury car
Manufacturer	Oldsmobile (General Motors)
Production	1940–19421946–1996
Market / country	NL

Engine, transmission and performance

The available source data does not identify a single engine configuration for every Oldsmobile Holiday variant.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1940–1942, 1946–1984)Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1985–1996).

Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1940–1942, 1946–1984)Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1985–1996)

Oldsmobile Holiday other specifications

Name	Oldsmobile 98
Image	File:1964 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight hardtop coupe, front 5.19.19.jpg
Caption	1964 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Holiday Sports Coupe
Aka	Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 98; Oldsmobile 98 (1948–1951); Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (1952–1956, 1958–1960, 1962–1991); Oldsmobile Starfire 98 (1957); Oldsmobile Classic 98 (1961 only); Oldsmobile Ninety Eight (1992–1996)

Oldsmobile Holiday generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Oldsmobile 98	1940–19421946–1996	Not specified	Not specified	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1940–1942, 1946–1984)Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1985–1996)

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Oldsmobile Holiday

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Oldsmobile Holiday

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What tire pressure should I use for the Oldsmobile Holiday?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Oldsmobile Holiday?

There is no single best engine oil for every Oldsmobile Holiday configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The Oldsmobile Holiday is classified as a hatchback.

Is the Oldsmobile Holiday FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Oldsmobile Holiday is Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1940–1942, 1946–1984)Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1985–1996).

Who makes the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The manufacturer listed for the Oldsmobile Holiday is Oldsmobile (General Motors).

When was the Oldsmobile Holiday produced?

The available source data describes production as 1940–19421946–1996.

What class of car is the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The Oldsmobile Holiday is listed in the Full-size luxury car class.

Which markets or countries sold the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Oldsmobile Holiday with NL. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The available vehicle data lists Oldsmobile Aurora as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Oldsmobile Holiday?

The available vehicle data lists Oldsmobile Aurora as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Oldsmobile Holiday?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Oldsmobile Holiday?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Oldsmobile Holiday is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Oldsmobile Holiday have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Oldsmobile Holiday?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Oldsmobile Holiday images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.