1992 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Mazda 6

To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.

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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Oldsmobile Toronado 2010 Mazda 6
Make Oldsmobile Mazda
Model Toronado 6
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 170 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1501 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2789 mm


 

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