1972 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 167 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Torino | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |