1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 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 186 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Toronado | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 40 L |
