1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Xedos |
| Model | Cutlass | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
