2006 Hummer H1 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Hummer H1. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 Hummer H1 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 Hummer H1 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (645 Nm). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H1 | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H1 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6604 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2904 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
