2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Magnum | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |
