1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (306 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2838 mm |
