1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 334 kg more than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
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. 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Zephyr | 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Zephyr | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |