1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 38 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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 (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saturn |
| Model | Cutlass | Vue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
