1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1979 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Thunderbird | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |