1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 741 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Avensis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |