1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 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 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alpine | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 110 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2640 mm |
