2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 171 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestyle | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
