1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE is newer by 39 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 94 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. (171 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 301 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Chrysler 200 CONVERTIBLE | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
| Model | Toronado | 200 CONVERTIBLE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2089 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 64 L |
