1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 32 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 58 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | V70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |