1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sports | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 7446 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3110 mm |
