1994 Nissan Crew vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1994 Nissan Crew is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Because 1994 Nissan Crew 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 1994 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Crew | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crew | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
