1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Prius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
