1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 920 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2670 mm |
