1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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 171 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Toronado | Impreza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 65.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |