1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 334 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7444 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 90 L |
