1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 37 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 124 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Toronado | A5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 67 L |
