2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CLK | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |