1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Picnic |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |