1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Oldsmobile Pontiac
Model Cutlass Grand Safari
Year Released 1974 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4269 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2950 mm


 

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