1969 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 117 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6.
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, 2013 Mazda 6, 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
| Model | Toronado | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
