1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 13 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cavalier | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
