1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Megagamma | Toronado |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2484 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |