1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Toronado | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2803 mm |