1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 420 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |