2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Equinox | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
