1977 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 33 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 53 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Toronado | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 83 L |
