2009 Kia Cerato vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 862 kg more than 2009 Kia Cerato. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cerato | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
