1988 Lada Samara vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
Model | Samara | Toronado |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |