1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
