1987 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1987 Mazda RX-7 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 1987 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-7 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
