1969 Ford 17 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | 17 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |