2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
