2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 346 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CL | Toronado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 278 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 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 | 2046 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |