1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CLK | Toronado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |