2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
