1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 122 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2011 Ford Ranger 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 2011 Ford Ranger. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger 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.
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1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Ranger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 74 L |