2007 Acura TSX vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 31 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.

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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura TSX 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Acura Oldsmobile
Model TSX Toronado
Year Released 2007 1976
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 7444 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 518 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 91 L


 

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