2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3111 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:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GAZ | Oldsmobile |
Model | 3111 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |