1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2911 mm |
