1981 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta is newer by 30 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Chrysler Delta. 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta, 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Toronado | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
