2003 Ford Ka vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ka | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
