1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 509 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Toronado | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
