1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo 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 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 74 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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, 2011 Opel Combo, 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Combo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
