1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Astra 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 24 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 835 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | Toronado | Astra |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |