1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 204 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 42 L |
