1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 20 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Toronado | Laser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
