1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 7 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
