1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
| Model | Cutlass | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
