1995 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 93 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | Jetfire |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |