1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 1998 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.

Because 1969 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 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Oldsmobile Toronado 1998 Plymouth Breeze
Make Oldsmobile Plymouth
Model Toronado Breeze
Year Released 1969 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6967 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 132 HP
Torque 644 Nm 175 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2750 mm


 

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