1970 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, both 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado and 1970 Subaru R-2 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1970 Subaru R-2 has manual transmission. 1970 Subaru R-2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1930 mm |
