2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E-350 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
