1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2003 Toyota Prius is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 62 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Prius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
