1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 29 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2010 Toyota Matrix, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2601 mm |
