1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 4 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
