1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 63 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile SS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Toronado | SS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 76 L |