1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 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 13 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Cutlass | Firebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |