2001 Mazda Premacy vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Mazda Premacy 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, 2001 Mazda Premacy (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Premacy | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
