2004 Nissan Altima vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Altima | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
