1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 31 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) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (127 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Symbol 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.
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1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Toronado | Symbol |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 518 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2473 mm |