1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 923 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Zodiac | Toronado |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |