1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
