1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Toronado | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 72 L |
