1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 88 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
