1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. 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 105 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1976 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 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Toronado | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
