1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 1985 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 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge 600 | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | 600 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |