2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 933 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
