1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 28 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 197 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
