1979 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Omega | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Omega | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3270 mm |