2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 35 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.

Because 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (279 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Chrysler Oldsmobile
Model Grand Voyager Toronado
Year Released 2009 1974
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 518 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 108 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 91 L


 

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