1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
