2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |
