1969 MG 1100 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG 1100 would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1969 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG 1100 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1100 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |
