1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3400 mm |
