1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2775 mm |
