1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Sumo 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo 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 Sumo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Sumo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |