2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 844 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Express | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2910 mm |
