2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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 Cutlass (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranger | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
