1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 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 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Toronado | NP300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |