1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 98 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caprice | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |
