1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1997 Ford Mustang and 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
