1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 25 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
