2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 795 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | FX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |
