1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 39 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 337 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Toronado | Captiva |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 65 L |