1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 108 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Fleetwood | Toronado |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3110 mm |