1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 25 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 7 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 406 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
