1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 5 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 304 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Vega | Toronado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 645 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |