2004 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 518 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |