1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 20 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 174 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Toronado | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2400 mm |
