1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
