1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 Dodge Viper.
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, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Cutlass | Viper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
