1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 39 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |