2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sedona | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sedona | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |