2006 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escape | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 91 L |