2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | SRX | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3554 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 91 L |