1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe 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 101 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Toronado | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |