1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 35 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Antara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 65 L |