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 |