1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 30 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 175 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Toronado | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 54 L |
