2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Fusion | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
