1986 Chrysler Limousine vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Limousine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Limousine, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Limousine | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Limousine | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2910 mm |
