1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | V50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
