1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 14 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Toronado | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
