1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1987 Cadillac Allante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Allante. 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.

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1987 Cadillac Allante 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Cadillac Oldsmobile
Model Allante Toronado
Year Released 1987 1974
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4087 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 108 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 91 L