1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
