1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 535 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Cutlass | Renown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4269 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
