1972 Buick GS vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 74 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | GS | Toronado |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |