1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 564 kg more than 2013 Mazda 5. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Toronado | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
