1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 485 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Omega | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
