1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Toronado | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
