1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 128 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 SS (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
