1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
