2001 Daewoo Vada vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2001 Daewoo Vada is newer by 21 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Vada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 387 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Vada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Vada, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Vada. (144 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Vada.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daewoo Vada 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Daewoo Oldsmobile
Model Vada Toronado
Year Released 2001 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 4129 cc
Horse Power 105 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 278 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1700 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2910 mm