1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | R2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 30 L |
