1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Toronado | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |