1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Oldsmobile Toronado 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Toronado Corona
Year Released 1976 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7444 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 518 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 108 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2510 mm


 

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