1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | 760 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |