1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 19 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) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Symbol 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.
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1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | Symbol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |