2009 Ford Escape vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 673 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
