2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CR-V | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 5734 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
