1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, both 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep and 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 86 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jeep | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
