1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1980 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Falcon | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |