2002 Holden Zafira vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Zafira | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Zafira | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
