1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Sienna |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |