1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 28 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. (385 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 948 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Indigo | Toronado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 549 Nm | 645 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |