1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 925 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1598 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 | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |