1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 26 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, 2008 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Modus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 49 L |
