1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 678 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
