1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 36 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Toronado | Sharan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |