1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 824 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Cutlass | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3645 mm |
