2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 26 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Malibu | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |
