1966 Honda S600 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 860 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Honda S600 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Honda S600 | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | S600 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 606 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |