1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Thunderbird 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Thunderbird | Toronado |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 91 L |