1972 Ford LTD vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1972 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LTD | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |
