2006 Ford Territory vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (163 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Territory | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
