1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | RunX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
