1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 96 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
