2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (345 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (515 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
