2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Econoline | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |