2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maverick | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
