2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Dodge Stratus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Stratus | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Stratus | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |