2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1979 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | BLS | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |