1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1960 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 528 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1960 Vauxhall Velox has manual transmission. 1960 Vauxhall Velox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1960 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
Model | Toronado | Velox |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |