2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
Model | 300 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |