1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 328 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 (434 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Eighty-Eight 4Runner
Year Released 1984 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 108 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 434 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1953 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2830 mm


 

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