1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Camry |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |