2005 Ford Escape vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 31 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) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 91 L |
