1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Range Rover | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
