1972 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Civic | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3030 mm |
