2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 25 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Veracruz | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 88 L |
