1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Toronado | 200 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |