2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos 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 53 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 873 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Atos | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |
