2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 26 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34.
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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2005 Ginetta G34 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:
2005 Ginetta G34 | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ginetta | Oldsmobile |
Model | G34 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |