1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Charger | Toronado |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |