1979 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1390 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
