2006 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
