2005 Dodge Neon vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 944 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Neon | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 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 |
