1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 34 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 99 L |