1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 644 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | El Camino | Toronado |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 91 L |