1979 Ford LTD vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 192 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LTD | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
