2009 Ford Flex vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 33 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2009 Ford Flex 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Flex | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |