2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Expedition | 442 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
