1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (600 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
