1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 31 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Smart |
Model | Toronado | ForFour |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 47 L |