1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 584 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Corona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
