1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 46 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 87 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Jetfire | Highlander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |