1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR is newer by 26 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 85 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 975 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. 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) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | XYR |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |