1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 98 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
