1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Toronado | 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
