1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1975 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado and 1975 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Peugeot 404 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 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1975 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1975 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1975 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Toronado | 404 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |