2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 607 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Outlander | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2378 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |