1982 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 765 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Omega | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
