2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
