1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
