1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1969 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 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Toronado | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
