1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
