2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | F-150 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2850 mm |