2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Frontier 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Nissan Oldsmobile
Model Frontier Toronado
Year Released 2004 1968
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3278 cc 6967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 385 HP
Torque 334 Nm 645 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91.1 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 101 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1831 kg 2118 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 3030 mm


 

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