1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
