1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 33 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | XC90 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |