1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
