2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 91 L |
