1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 100 L |