1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Oldsmobile Toronado 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Toronado Sienna
Year Released 1973 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7446 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 265 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 108 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 91 L 76 L


 

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