1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cavalier | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 91 L |
