1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 687 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ranger | Toronado |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |