1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 775 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Toronado | 45 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
