1972 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 39 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 58 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Toronado | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 83 L |
