1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 861 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang 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 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | Toronado |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |