1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 194 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Hilux |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |