2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 91 L |
