1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Camry |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |