2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Silverado | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2910 mm |