1985 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1975 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 404 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 83 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1975 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Toronado | 404 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
