1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Falcon 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 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Falcon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |