2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 33 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado.

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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Cadillac Le Mans 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Cadillac Oldsmobile
Model Le Mans Toronado
Year Released 2002 1969
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 6967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 600 HP 385 HP
Torque 400 Nm 644 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 101 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3030 mm


 

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