1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo

To start off, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 33 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 353 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Daewoo Rezzo, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Rezzo. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2012 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2012 Daewoo Rezzo 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 2012 Daewoo Rezzo
Make Oldsmobile Daewoo
Model Toronado Rezzo
Year Released 1979 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4128 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2610 mm


 

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