2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestyle | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |
