1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 15 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 126 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Toronado | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |