1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 29 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (206 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Toronado | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 62 L |
