2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 164 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Durango | Toronado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 518 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 91 L |