1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Highlander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2800 mm |