2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |