1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 37 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
Model | Toronado | Equus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 77 L |