1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 36 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 127 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Toronado | 307 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |