1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 307 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
