1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 106 kg more than 1993 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Frontera. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Frontera 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 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
