2001 Honda City vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 755 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | City | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |