2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 24 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 409 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2003 Ford C-MAX 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:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C-MAX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
