1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Toronado | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |