2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (597 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avalanche | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
