1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 737 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |