1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 29 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 500 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
