1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Toronado | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |