1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Avanti Avanti.
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. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1966 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1966 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avanti | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
