1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 36 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 126 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Toronado | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
