1989 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2900 mm |
