1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 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:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
