1997 Ford Contour vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 725 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Contour | Toronado |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |