1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
