1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 44 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 87 L |
