2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 811 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Range Rover | Toronado |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |