1992 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 963 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
