1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 26 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, 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 (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Toronado | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
