1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 35 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Toronado | Vue |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
