1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cosmo | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6967 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
