1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Because 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lincoln Continental | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Continental | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
