1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 28 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
Model | Toronado | Vue |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |