1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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 199 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa 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 | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Corsa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |