1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.

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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 2002 Toyota Tundra
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Ninety-Eight Tundra
Year Released 1971 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 4698 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 923 kg
Vehicle Length 5900 mm 5530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 3270 mm


 

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