1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 40 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2613 mm |
