1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 35 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 306 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Cutlass | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |