1995 Holden Statesman vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 598 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Statesman | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
