1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 23 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera 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 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Frontera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |