2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sedona. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sedona | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |
