1952 Hudson Hornet vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 4,810 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Hudson Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Hudson Hornet weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1952 Hudson Hornet has manual transmission. 1952 Hudson Hornet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Hudson Hornet | 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hudson | Oldsmobile |
Model | Hornet | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4810 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |