1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Cutlass | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |