1998 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Diamante | Toronado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |