2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile 442 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 1971 Oldsmobile 442. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestar | 442 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
