1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore 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 117 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 895 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Commodore 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 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
