2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freestyle | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
