2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Titan. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Titan | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5598 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 313 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
