1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Aerostar | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Aerostar | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |