2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 24 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 49 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Centieme | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |