1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 127 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 614 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | S60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
