1970 Austin 1800 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1800 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 91 L |
