2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Oldsmobile O4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (187 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | O4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |