1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 15 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1982 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Toronado | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
