1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum 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 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 49 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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 Toyota Ipsum, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |