1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2004 Proton Perdana is newer by 32 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton Perdana, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
| Model | Cutlass | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
