2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Atos | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 91 L |
