1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 43 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 652 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.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
Model | Cutlass | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3042 mm |