1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 1994 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kappa | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
