1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 31 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 138 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Toronado | Reno |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
