1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 33 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Opel Speedster 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 2006 Opel Speedster. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Speedster 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 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 36 L |
