1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
