1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Passat |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 62 L |
