1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 16 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 40 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 TVR Speed Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 TVR Speed Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR Speed Eight has manual transmission. 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Toronado | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
