1964 Checker Town vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town 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 147 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Checker Town 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 1964 Checker Town. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Checker | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Town | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3110 mm |
