2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Freestar | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |