2005 Ford Taurus vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |
