1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 34 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 751 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3400 mm |
