1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 34 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2007 Holden Captiva 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 | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Toronado | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 65 L |
