2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Vision | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
