1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 2007 Toyota Hilux
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Delta 88 Hilux
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6965 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 375 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 638 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 93.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1869 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 3090 mm


 

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