1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1954 Saab 94. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1954 Saab 94. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1954 Saab 94. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Saab 94. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Saab 94. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1954 Saab 94 has manual transmission. 1954 Saab 94 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Toronado | 94 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |
