1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Cutlass | F-150 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3670 mm |