1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-150 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1486 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
