1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 455 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 88 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2789 mm |
