1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Toronado | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
