1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Ninety-Eight Tundra
Year Released 1982 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5610 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3270 mm


 

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