2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Equinox | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |