1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
