1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Omega has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Omega | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
