1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 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) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 207. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Toronado | 207 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |