2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |
