1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 180 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1323 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Laser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |