1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1968 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1968 Subaru FF-1. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru FF-1. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1968 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Toronado | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
