2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | 442 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |