1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 34 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Toronado | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 83 L |
