2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | DTS | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 | 1635 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |