1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 20 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Because 2002 Toyota FXS 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 2002 Toyota FXS. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | FXS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
