1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Toronado | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 4250 mm |
