2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |