1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 750 kg more than 1956 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Isuzu Minx | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Isuzu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Minx | Toronado |
Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |