2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Traverse | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
