1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 119 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 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Highlander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |