1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan 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) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 950 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Logan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
