1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1961 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1961 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
| Model | Toronado | 700C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1950 mm |
