1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 710 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1981 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Toronado | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
