2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 323 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tonka | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2960 mm |
