1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 78 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
