1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 39 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 604 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Toronado | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1974 | 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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 68 L |