1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 6 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Centurion | Toronado |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 645 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |