1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 800 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Festiva | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2960 mm |