2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Liberty 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Jeep Oldsmobile
Model Liberty Toronado
Year Released 2005 1972
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2425 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 518 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 108 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 91 L


 

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