1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Oldsmobile |
Model | 100 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 644 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |