1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 34 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Toronado | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
