1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 88 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 1995 Toyota Lexcen
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Jetfire Lexcen
Year Released 1962 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2740 mm


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]