1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Camry |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2730 mm |