2009 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 91 L |
