1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
