1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 227 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Prefect | Toronado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 91 L |