1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 164.
Because 1980 Volvo 164 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 1980 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | 164 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3350 mm |
