2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 741 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestyle | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
