1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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 68 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow 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:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fellow | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |
