1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
