2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 91 L |
