1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
| Model | Toronado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
