2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1990 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Five Hundred | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
