1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 615 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Toronado | 993 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |