1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 156 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Quantum has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
