1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 30 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cutlass | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
