1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | Toronado | P4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |