2006 Ford Escape vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5032 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
