1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 307 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Patrol | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
