1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 223 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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.
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1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Toronado | Kyron |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |