2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 453 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, 1975 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |
