1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 10 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Alero. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero 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 | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Toronado | Alero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
