1969 Buick GS vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
