1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 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, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maverick | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
