2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 258 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mustang | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
