2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda B4000 | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | B4000 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |