2007 Toyota Prius vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
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, 1984 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Toyota | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prius | Omega |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
