1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 38 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 164 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 192 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Touran |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
