2002 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 20 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, 2002 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Sebring | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sebring | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
