1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 717 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Zafira |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 58 L |