2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-250 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 91 L |
