2006 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Focus | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |