2008 Ford Territory vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Ford Territory is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 281 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Territory | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Territory | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5032 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
