1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 34 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | iQ |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 32 L |