1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 17 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 169 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Toronado | Vue |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |