1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Camry |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |