1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 909 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
