1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 664 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | S40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 62 L |
