1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 30 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 202 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 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2012 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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.
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1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Toronado | Kyron |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |