1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1962 Renault 8
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault 8 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1962 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | 8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
