2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 789 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Picasso | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
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 Weight | 1326 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |