1999 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1999 Ford Focus and 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Focus | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |