1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 193 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.

Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Jetfire Cutlass
Year Released 1962 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2740 mm


 

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