1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 316 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Toronado | 306 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |