1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 950 kg more than 1988 Dodge 600. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
