2006 MG ZS vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 MG ZS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 251 kg more than 2006 MG ZS.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZS. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZS has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZS | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | ZS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
