2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |