1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 34 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 161 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 608 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
| Model | Toronado | I |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
