1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
