1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 28 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 161 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 84 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toronado | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
