1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 890 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Yaris |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |