2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (336 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 498 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 91 L |
