2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri 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 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Centauri | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
