1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
