1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 33 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 437 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 68 L |
