1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 121 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 640 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 604 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 1975 Peugeot 604. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 604 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 604 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 604 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |
