2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1821 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Excursion | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
