1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Camaro | Toronado |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |