1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 18 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 741 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Toronado | CC |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |