2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Frontier | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |
