2001 Chrysler LHS vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Chrysler LHS 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS, 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, 2001 Chrysler LHS (332 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler LHS | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LHS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
