1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
