2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escalade | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
