2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 32 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (645 Nm). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Lotec | Oldsmobile |
Model | C 1000 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 990 Nm | 645 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |