1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Sprint has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sprint | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
