1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 1981 Saab 900 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 165 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1981 Saab 900 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
Model | Toronado | 900 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |