1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Stealth | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stealth | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
