2000 Oldsmobile Profile vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (206 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Profile.

Because 2000 Oldsmobile Profile is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will offer significantly more control. 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 Oldsmobile Profile (353 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Oldsmobile Profile 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Profile Toronado
Year Released 2000 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 4129 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 206 HP 124 HP
Torque 353 Nm 278 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2910 mm


 

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