2002 Isuzu Axiom vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Isuzu Axiom is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu Axiom will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu Axiom. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu Axiom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu Axiom | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Isuzu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Axiom | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
