1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 42 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 242 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |