1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cutlass | Toronado |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3110 mm |