1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |