1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 23 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 150 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 976 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2520 mm |
