1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 475 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Maverick | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |