2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | CX-7 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |