1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
