2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 27 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 115 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 954 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Neon has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Neon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Neon 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Dodge Oldsmobile
Model Neon Toronado
Year Released 2000 1973
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 108 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1161 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 91 L


 

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