1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 389 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |