1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 38 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 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Versa 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.
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1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Toronado | Versa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1600 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 | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 41 L |