1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Toronado | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |