1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Toronado | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
