1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 726 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 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 2003 Porsche Cayenne
Make Oldsmobile Porsche
Model Toronado Cayenne
Year Released 1983 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 4511 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1704 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2860 mm


 

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