1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1999 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Chrysler 300. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 300 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
