1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 26 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 315 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Toronado | Swift |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
