1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 344 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
Model | Toronado | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |