1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
