1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 166 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.

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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Oldsmobile Toronado 2010 Hyundai i20
Make Oldsmobile Hyundai
Model Toronado i20
Year Released 1973 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7446 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.9 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 108 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2525 mm


 

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