2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1982 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 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda Premacy | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Premacy | Toronado |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |