1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Toronado | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
