1995 Ford Royale vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (163 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Royale | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Royale | Toronado |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |