1974 Toronado |
What's new for 1974:Like other full-sized '74 Oldsmobiles, Toronados received a new instrument panel design, with larger glove compartment, individually adjustable air conditioning vents, and a standard digital clock. Brougham interiors could be ordered with a rich new velour upholstery, and all models had new one piece front seat/shoulder belts. The biggest news, was the availability of a new air cushion restraint system, or dual airbags as they are now known. Changes weren't limited to the interior, outside there was a new Toronado exclusive hood ornament. A new power sunroof and a padded opera roof became available. |
| Dimensions and Capacities | ||
| Exterior Dimensions | Coupe | |
| Overall length (in.) | 228.0 | |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 122.0 | |
| Luggage cap. (cu. ft.) | 13.5 | |
| Fuel tank (gals.) | n/a | |
| Interior Dimensions | Coupe | |
| Headroom f/r | 38.1/37.1 | |
| Legroom f/r | 42.4/35.2 | |
| Shoulder room | 64.3/60.2 | |
| Powertrain Specs | |
| Displacement/Type | 455ci 4bbl V8 |
| Horsepower | 350 |
| Torque | n/a |
| Transaxle | 3-speed auto. |
| Availability | Standard |
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| Identifying a '74: 1973 and 1974 Toronados appear very similar, and differ only in details. The 1973 had a reflector strip between the backup lamps, which was replaced by a silver strip for 1974. 1974 models also had TORONADO spelled out in block letters stretched out to the full width of the grille, while 1973 models had a more compact emblem above the grille on the driver's side. | |