1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 98 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
