1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 215 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3270 mm |