1983 Dodge 600 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Dodge 600 is newer by 1 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 10 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Dodge 600. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
