1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 542 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Avalon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |