1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Toronado | SC |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |