2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sienna | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
