1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Cutlass Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1972 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7462 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3230 mm


 

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