2001 Mazda Atenza vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Mazda Atenza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Atenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2001 Mazda Atenza. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Atenza. (240 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Atenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Atenza | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Atenza | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
