1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 30 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 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 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Toronado | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
