1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 348 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cutlass | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
