2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 37 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Traverse | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |
